Although the title of “Mass and Pancakes” suggests that pancakes will be served after a Mass, that however, is not the case.
Ken Weber, university minister for liturgy and music said that the event actually serves french toast instead of pancakes.
“Pancakes do not stay fresh as well as french toast once they are already made and set out to be served,” Weber said.
Mass and Pancakes is an event organized by the Office of Mission and Ministry that takes place at the end of each semester right before
final exams.
Weber added that the event begins with a Mass and is then followed by a meal.
“This event has been going on for at least 20 years. It was started by a staff member, Judy Deshotels. It is one of the best Loyola traditions,” Weber said.
Julianna Lydon, mass communication sophomore, said the event is fun and a great way for everyone to unify and relax before going
into finals.
“Not only do you get a free t-shirt and french toast, but everyone is there together. The music is really good. They always pick a theme for it. It is honestly just a fun Mass to go to, and it really taps into our Jesuit identity,” Lydon said.
Emma Schillage, theater freshman, has never been to the event before.
“It is nice to have this before finals because the university is thinking about you. This is such a stressful time so it is kind of nice to have something to look forward to besides just taking tests,”
Schillage said.
Mass and Pancakes will take place on the second floor of the Danna Center in the Audubon room on Dec. 13 at 9 p.m.